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The attempted abduction took place on Abberley Close, Redditch. Credit: Google street view

Police have released a description of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a suspected abduction attempt of a 15-year-old girl in Worcestershire.

The incident occurred at approximately 2.00 am this morning on Abberley Close, Redditch, on a path known locally as the ‘black path’.

The man is described as black, in his 20s, medium build and possibly with a shaved head. He's described as having protruding cheek bones, big lips and blue eyes. He was wearing dark clothing and had a local accent.

The girl told police she was making a phone call when she was approached by a man who tried to grab her, she received minor cuts and bruises but no serious injuries.

We’re extremely concerned about this incident which has been traumatic for the victim but which could have been a lot more serious. We are very keen to speak to anyone who was in the area at this time or who saw anyone acting suspiciously.

An investigation is underway after a fire at a block of bungalows in Redditch in the early hours of Saturday morning.

It's thought to have started at the back of the buildings on Johnson Close before spreading and damaging three terraced bungalows as the fire spread through the roof space.

Five elderly people were treated at the scene and four people have been re-housed.

“At the moment we are treating this incident as suspicious and we will work closely with the fire service to establish the exact cause of the fire. Following this incident we will be increasing patrols in the area. We are keen to speak to anyone who may have information that will help with this investigation.”